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Research Support Assistant

California Institute of Technology

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Posted:

January 13, 2021

Location:

Pasadena, California

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Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory, Staff/Administrative

Research Support Assistant

Caltech

Job Category: Parttime Temporary
Exempt Overtime Eligible: Overtime Eligible
Benefits Eligible: Benefit Based

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Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.

Job Summary
The Research Support Assistant is responsible for the cleaning of animal cages, cage components, and ancillary equipment. Maintains cleanliness and organization of the cage wash area. Processes animal use equipment in compliance with standard operating procedures, AAALAC, NIH, and USDA standards. Practices effective written and verbal communication with peers and management to facilitate the smooth operation of the sanitation and sterilizing functions.

This is an Essential Reporting position. An employee designated as Essential Reporting has essential job skills that are needed for response and recovery, and is expected to report to campus as soon as possible.

Job Duties

Processes soiled animal caging and ancillary equipment for cleaning and prepares sanitized/sterilized cages and components for reuse using cage wash equipment and applying basic knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and standard operating procedures
Must have thorough working knowledge of rack washer, tunnel washer, autoclave, pH meter, bottle washer, bottle filler, floor scrubber, and other equipment as directed
Maintains and understands clean/soiled equipment and traffic separation according to established SOPs
Completes all sanitation and sterilization requirements including all documentation within acceptable and established time frames
Completes all work assignments in a safe manner using all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Prioritizes workload and plans work days to accommodate ACF animal technician cage and equipment change out schedules
Uses appropriate temperature and other environmental detection and verification devices to ascertain proper efficiency and cleaning capabilities of equipment
Works mainly under direct supervision
Prepare clean caging equipment for use
Maintain cage washing areas and other assigned work areas (central hallways, storage rooms, etc.) in an organized and sanitary manner
Maintains inventory of chemicals and accessories for all applicable equipment
Alerts supervisory personnel in a timely manner of impending shortages and reorder amounts
Assists in unloading, storage, and stocking supplies, including lab coats
Troubleshoots potential equipment failures and notifies supervisory personnel of potential equipment malfunctions within an acceptable time frame
Assists in minor repairs and/or alerts supervisory personnel of equipment malfunction at the time of observation
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

Basic Qualifications

Six months of appropriate experience or training
Demonstrate effective organizational, oral, and written communication skills
Perform duties in accordance with department policies/procedures such as bottle filler, floor scrubber, rack and/or tunnel washer
Computer and machine skills such as Autoclave and pH meter
Ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, finger, talk, hear, and see
Ability to frequently lift/carry objects up to 50 pounds
Ability to judge distance and space relationships, to adjust vision to bring objects into focus, and to distinguish and identify different colors
Ability to work under environmental condition such as extreme heat, wet, humid, and likely expose to animal dander, diseases, odors and bites, housekeeping/cleaning agents/chemicals, and exposure to hot surfaces

Preferred Qualifications

One year of related experience

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter (optional)

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internal Number: 2119859

About California Institute of Technology

The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) is a world-renowned science and engineering research and education institution, where extraordinary faculty and students seek answers to complex questions, discover new knowledge, lead innovation, and transform our future.

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